Lead Scientist, Lentiviral Analytics & Vector Development

Syenex; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Syenex, Inc. in Evanston, IL is seeking a Senior Scientist, Analytical Development to lead the development and implementation of analytical methods for lentiviral vector platforms.

This hands-on role involves building robust assays, interpreting complex data, and guiding assay transfer across teams. You will work with R&D and Process Development to advance vector characterization and process optimization, author SOPs, mentor junior staff, and contribute to a fast-paced startup culture while

Qualifications

• PhD or BS/MS with 9+ years of industry experience.
• Hands-on experience in analytical method development in biotech.
• Experience with lentiviral vectors and viral vector characterization.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, optimization and implementation of analytical methods for lentiviral vectors.
• Design, execute, and interpret hypothesis-driven experiments.
• Prepare SOPs, method development reports and transfer methods to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Process Development and R&D teams to support vector characterization.

Skills

PhD in Biochemistry

Analytical method development

Lentiviral vectors

qPCR/ddPCR

ELISA

Flow cytometry

Education

PhD in Biochemistry / Molecular Biology / Cell Biology / Virology (or BS/MS with 9+ yrs)

Tools

qPCR/ddPCR

ELISA

Flow cytometry

Western blot

Job description

Syenex, Inc. in Evanston, IL is seeking a Senior Scientist, Analytical Development to lead the development and implementation of analytical methods for lentiviral vector platforms.

This hands-on role involves building robust assays, interpreting complex data, and guiding assay transfer across teams. You will work with R&D and Process Development to advance vector characterization and process optimization, author SOPs, mentor junior staff, and contribute to a fast-paced startup culture while